Description
This Cherry Cranberry Relish with Jello is a vibrant and tangy holiday side dish that combines the tartness of cranberries and oranges with the sweetness of cherry Jello, nuts, and celery for added crunch. It’s quick to prepare with no cooking involved, making it a perfect festive accompaniment to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Jello Mixture
- 6 oz Cherry Jello
- 2 cups boiling water
Relish Mixture
- 12 oz cranberries (fresh or thawed)
- 1 medium orange (zest and segments)
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 1/2 cup pecans
- 1/2 cup walnuts
Instructions
- Dissolve Jello: In a glass 8×8-inch pan, dissolve the 6 oz of cherry Jello in 2 cups of boiling water. Stir continuously until the mixture is clear and the Jello is fully dissolved.
- Prepare Relish Mixture: Using a food processor, pulse the cranberries, orange segments and zest, sugar, chopped celery, pecans, and walnuts until the ingredients are finely chopped but still retain some chunky texture for a pleasing bite.
- Combine Mixtures: Pour the chopped relish mixture into the dissolved Jello in the glass pan. Stir well to thoroughly combine all ingredients.
- Chill and Set: Cover the pan with plastic wrap and refrigerate. After 1 hour, remove and stir the Jello mixture to redistribute the ingredients. Cover again and continue refrigerating until the relish is fully set, typically a few more hours or overnight. Stir again just before serving.
Notes
- Using fresh cranberries provides the best texture but thawed frozen cranberries work well too.
- Ensure the Jello is completely dissolved in boiling water to avoid graininess.
- Adjust sugar to taste depending on the tartness of your cranberries and personal preference.
- Chilling time may vary; allow ample time for the Jello to set firmly.
- This relish can be prepared a day in advance and stored covered in the refrigerator.
